Play Make Waves: Name That New Wave Band Quiz Challenge
Make Waves: Name That New Wave Band Quiz Challenge
Take our quick New Wave Band quiz — identify iconic 80s synth-pop and post-punk groups from images and trivia. Test your knowledge and beat the high score.
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Did You Know?
Talking Heads formed at the Rhode Island School of Design in 1975 when David Byrne, Tina Weymouth, and Chris Frantz were art students before Talking Heads added Jerry Harrison from The Modern Lovers
Practice Questions
Q:Which band featured guitarist Andy Rourke and singer Morrissey?
A:The Smiths
The Smiths formed in Manchester in 1982; Morrissey's vocals and Johnny Marr's jangly guitar defined UK indie and New Wave-influenced alternative rock.
Q:Which New Wave band recorded 'Cars' in 1979?
A:Gary Numan / Tubeway Army
'Cars' was a breakthrough synth-driven hit credited to Gary Numan and Tubeway Army, showcasing cold electronic textures central to New Wave.
Did You Know?
Devo formed around the concept of 'de-evolution' after the 1970 Kent State shootings and turned that idea into a satirical image, stage costumes, and the robotic stage persona that became central to the band's identity.
